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Matterhorn Campground

Campground · National forest in San Miguel County, Colorado. Run by United States Forest Service.

28Campsites
1.2 miTo Trout Lake
YesRV hookups
40 ftLongest RV site

At a glance

OperatorUnited States Forest Service
Campsites28
Site types21 standard, no electric, 4 standard, electric, 3 tent only no electric
RV hookupsFull hookups at 4 sites
Longest RV/trailer site40 ft
RVs welcomeYes
Tent sitesYes
ToiletsYes
Dump stationYes
Drinking waterYes
Dogs allowedYes
Phone(970) 249-4552
Websitewww.fs.usda.gov/recarea/gmug/recarea/?recid=32376
ReservationsRecreation.gov

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About Matterhorn Campground

Matterhorn Campground is located along the San Juan Skyway (Colorado Highway 145), near the quaint town of Telluride, at an elevation of 8,500 feet. Visitors enjoy the area for its beautiful scenery, hiking and off-road opportunities. Recreation The Galloping Goose Trail #449 can be accessed from the campground. This 8.4-mile trail leads past a restored train trestle, over two trail bridges and along segments of the historic Rio Grande Southern Railway. The trail is open to hiking, biking and horseback riding. Many scenic driving routes, both paved and off-road, can be found in the area.

Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.

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Matterhorn Campground is in San Miguel County.

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Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.